Of the night blooming cacti and succulents, the night blooming cereus is the best known. However, there are others as well. These are especially suitable for moonlight gardens.

The prickly pear is familiar to many gardeners. Though these may be more common in the Southwest, they also occur in the East.

The grass is always greener on the other side, or so it would seem. In fact, when the author crossed the equator he found a magical world of exciting plants with exotic shapes and striking colors.

Proper light is critical for indoor cacti and succulents.

Global climate change is here. In my local newspaper here in western North Carolina, I read today that 2004 was the fourth hottest year on record. To keep buildings cooler in the summer and warmer during the winter,the solution is to build roof gardens using succulents.

In 2004, we´re celebrating the bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. At times, the accomplishments of this scientific corps seem to overshadow the great discoveries of others.

Winter brings a new indoor gardening season. With few exceptions our cacti and succulents need full sun.

Yuccas are the ideal landscape plant. These low maintenance species should be included in all carefree gardens.

The garden at Eichstatt was the subject of a very special book. This title included a number of cacti and succulent paintings.

Cacti and succulents are such fascinating plants. They provide texture and beauty to indoor and outdoor gardens. Yet the fragrant blooming cacti have particular appeal to our senses.